Get ready, South Africa! Emerald Fennell, the Oscar-winning director of 'Promising Young Woman' and the controversial 'Saltburn', is bringing a fresh, and reportedly 'erotic', take on Emily Brontë's classic novel, 'Wuthering Heights'. The first trailer has dropped, and it's already causing a stir.
Margot Robbie & Jacob Elordi: A Fiery Duo
The film stars Margot Robbie (fresh off her 'Barbie' success) as Catherine Earnshaw and Jacob Elordi ('Euphoria', 'Saltburn') as Heathcliff. This casting alone promises a captivating and potentially explosive dynamic. Expect longing stares, simmering sexual tension, and a whole lot of brooding Yorkshire landscapes.
What to Expect from Fennell's 'Wuthering Heights'
If you've seen 'Saltburn', you'll have some idea of Fennell's artistic choices. The trailer hints at a more overt eroticism than the original novel, with topless Elordi, suggestive bread kneading, and lingering shots that hint at suppressed desires. It's a 'Wuthering Heights' for a new generation, pushing boundaries and sparking conversation.
- Passion and Revenge: The core story of the destructive love between Catherine and Heathcliff remains.
- Class Conflict: The film will still explore the social dynamics between the Earnshaws and the Lintons.
- Controversial Content: Early screenings have described it as “aggressively provocative”.
Warner Bros. secured the rights after a bidding war, promising a theatrical release and extensive marketing. Keep an eye out for billboards popping up in major cities – they're already teasing the release with provocative imagery and the tagline "drive me mad".
With Charli XCX contributing to the soundtrack, this adaptation promises to be anything but boring. 'Wuthering Heights' is set to hit cinemas on Valentine's Day next year. Are you ready for a dose of dark romance and Yorkshire passion? South Africa, prepare to be driven mad!